US0165 over Cockerham Creek
FairLa Salle Parish, Louisiana · 2.4 MI South of US 84 · Structure no. 583000150500552
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1982
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 242 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,518
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US0165 over Cockerham Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US0165 over Cockerham Creek in La Salle Parish, Louisiana. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1982, so it is 69 years old, older than the Louisiana average of 43 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,518 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,869 by 2041. The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US0165 over Cockerham Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1982.
What condition is US0165 over Cockerham Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does US0165 over Cockerham Creek carry?
About 3,518 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is US0165 over Cockerham Creek?
The structure is 242 ft (73.8 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US0165 over Cockerham Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.